Film Noir
Film Noir by Alain Silver, published by Taschen in 2017, is a comprehensive exploration of the iconic genre that flourished from 1940 to 1960. This 648-page edition, presented in English, delves into the dark and brooding elegance of classic films such as Double Indemnity, Kiss Me Deadly, and The Big Sleep. The book examines key themes of film noir, including private eyes, perfect crimes, and doomed affairs, providing readers with an insightful overview of the genre’s narrative paradigms.
Readers will find a wealth of visual content, including film stills and original posters, that highlight the masterful compositions characteristic of film noir. The book also features a curated selection of noir classics, offering a thorough examination of the enigmatic characters and intricate plots that define this compelling genre. With its focus on history and criticism, Film Noir serves as a valuable resource for both aficionados and newcomers interested in the evolution of crime cinema.
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Whether it’s Double Indemnity, Kiss Me Deadly, or The Big Sleep, roam a screen world of dark and brooding elegance with this essential handbook to Film Noir. From private eyes and perfect crimes to corrupt cops and doomed affairs, editors Paul Duncan and Jürgen Müller examine noir’s key themes and their most representative movies from 1940 to 1960.
Copiously illustrated with film stills as well as original posters, this book offers page after page of noir’s masterful visual compositions while exploring the narrative paradigms of this cryptic, compelling, and evolving genre. If that weren’t enough to tickle your cinematic appetite, the volume concludes with TASCHEN’s top 50 pick of noir classics.
Brimming with the enigmatic dames, desperate gangsters, and psycho killers that continue to cast a long and captivating shadow over cinema, this is a must-have handbook for noir aficionados and amateurs alike.
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